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Ecuador - Polycarbonates (In Primary Forms) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ecuador: Polycarbonate Market 2024

Polycarbonate Exports

Exports from Ecuador

After nine years of decline, overseas shipments of polycarbonates (in primary forms) increased by 5.2% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a precipitous slump. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, polycarbonate exports contracted modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a precipitous slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 6.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for polycarbonate exports from Ecuador, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China amounted to -16.8%.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the key foreign market for polycarbonates (in primary forms) exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to China amounted to -14.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average polycarbonate export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -7.7% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, polycarbonate export price increased by +45.4% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 28%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +2.5% per year.

Polycarbonate Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2022, approx. X tons of polycarbonates (in primary forms) were imported into Ecuador; with an increase of 13% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports showed a slight expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 73% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, polycarbonate imports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 67% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Colombia (X tons), South Korea (X tons) and Peru (X tons) were the main suppliers of polycarbonate imports to Ecuador, with a combined 68% share of total imports. Guatemala, Germany, Panama, Taiwan (Chinese), the United States and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Panama (with a CAGR of +79.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest polycarbonate suppliers to Ecuador were Colombia ($X), South Korea ($X) and Peru ($X), together comprising 64% of total imports. Germany, Guatemala, Panama, Taiwan (Chinese), the United States and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

Among the main suppliers, Panama, with a CAGR of +72.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -8.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 21%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while the price for Guatemala ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+18.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of polycarbonate consumption, comprising approx. 35% of total volume. Moreover, polycarbonate consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, South Korea and the United States, together accounting for 63% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of polycarbonates (in primary forms) to Ecuador?

In value terms, Colombia constituted the largest supplier of polycarbonate to Ecuador, comprising 29% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Peru, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 14% share.

What is the average export price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Ecuador?

The average polycarbonate export price stood at $4,438 per ton in 2021, picking up by 17% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polycarbonates (in primary forms) in Ecuador?

In 2021, the average polycarbonate import price amounted to $2,094 per ton, picking up by 24% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polycarbonate market in Ecuador. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20164040 - Polycarbonates, in primary forms

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023